At the AMTA Ohio Spring Convention 2016

We are burning with excitement to learn more! 

Clinical Techniques, business building, ethics, research and self-care classes- this convention has what the AMTA Ohio Members asked for!  

Ethics

Aromatherapy and Massage: The Ethics, The Oils and The Ethereal Delights- Patti McCormick 

 

Essential Oils and Massage go hand in hand.  It is truly a marriage made in heaven  EXCEPT when vital Quality Measures are not followed.  While essential oils can be an amazing therapeutic tool, there can also be dangers.  Did you know some essential oils cannot be used with clients with a seizure disorders, or with high blood pressure?  Many essential oils are not truly "Pure" even though the ink on the label states it is.  In this presentation the ethics surrounding utilizing aromatherapy in your practice will be discussed in addition to indications and contraindications of various essential oil.  Specific Quality Measures for Aromatherapy will be discussed.  You will leave this lecture with a great appreciation of how to ethically and safely use essential oils with your clients.  

Clinical Practice

Shiatsu for Structural Dysfunction- Shamaya Chah:

This is a full body general treatment designed relax the major muscle groups of the body. This practical application is done by applying pressure to specific acupoints in a sequential order on the belly, medial and lateral borders of the primary muscles. This application can be as long as 90 minutes and as short as 50 minutes.  Depending on the speed and the intensity of this full body treatment, the outcome can be sedative or stimulating. After completing this full body treatment the client experiences a general full body euphoria and complete relaxation. 

 Participants are to bring tables and linens for this class.

Introduction to Oncology Massage-Margie Schaefer:

This course is an introduction for massage therapist in working safely with clients going through cancer treatments. The instructor learned first hand from her son as he went through a 3 year leukemia protocol and from many other clients with various types of cancers. Participants will learn the basic pathology of cancer, how to discuss appropriate massage treatments with physicians, nurses, and clients, how to assess blood count reports to determine the appropriate time for massage as well as the type/pressure of massage techniques, how to work safely around pic lines, ports and recent injection sites, and appropriate massage/bodywork techniques from energy work, lymphatic, craniosacral, traditional swedish, PNF (proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation). 

 Participants are to bring tables and linens for this class.

 

Scoliosis Massage Techniques - Margie Schaefer: 

This class instructs the anatomical characteristics, assessment, contraindications and indications for the condition of scoliosis. The class will include a lab that includes demonstration and practice of massage techniques using bolster positioning and client self care to relieve the muscular imbalances of the anterior/posterior core spinal fascia, muscles, tendons & ligaments for both C and S scoliosis curvatures.

Participants are to bring table, sheets, 5 pillow cases and oil or crème for lab. If one owns 1/2 size bolster please also bring to class.  

 

 

Social Media:

Me, Inc.: Using Social Media to Build Your Brand-Susan Wiesemann: 

In our digital age, it can feel overwhelming to try to stand out from the pack. During this workshop, you'll learn how to harness the power of social media to help your reach your specific business goals, increase your reach, and build your brand on your terms.

You've Got Mail-Susan Wiesemann: 

Although social media gets most of the attention these days, email marketing is still an incredibly viable marketing tool. With this workshop, you'll learn how to build a targeted email marketing campaign plan, analyze results, and create emails that will get noticed.

Self Care 

Develop a Mindfulness-Based Massage Practice-Sherry McHenry:

  In this experiential workshop you will learn the core areas of research-based mindfulness tools such as meditation, breath awareness, guided imagery and mindful communication. Discover how developing a mindfulness-based practice can enrich your personal life and develop a deeper connection with your clients. Learn the newest research on neuroplasticity, meditation, and the brain.

Participants are to bring blankets or yoga mats for this class.

 Research 

Practice Based Research: Making Research Relevant to You-Diane Mastnardo:  

Learn how our experiences in massage practice can be turned into relevant research. Practice Based Research Networks (PBRN) draw on the experience of clinicians (massage therapists) to identify research questions that can improve practices. By linking these questions with rigorous research, PBRN's produce relevant findings that can be immediately put into practice. Working in collaboration, we can turn our stories into evidence informed data, creating a common language to move the profession of massage therapy forward. In this session be prepared to learn: How PBRN's came about, the benefits of PBRN research for the clinician and for the patient, research methods utilized by PBRN's and how to get involved with PBRN's.

Early Bird Saves!

Full Registration (Fri-Sun, 18 CEs & 5 meals) EARLY BIRD: AMTA Member $295, Student $250 and Non-Member $360.

     after March 5: AMTA Member $335, Student $275 and Non-Member $400

Shamaya Chah	Susan Wiesemann	Margie Schaefer	Bill Lendl
Sherry McHenry	Diane Mastnardo	Patti McCormick	Carey Bush